Federal Trade Commission

Protecting America's Consumers

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is an independent agency of the United States government, established on September 26, 1914 by the Federal Trade Commission Act. Its principal mission is the promotion of consumer protection and the elimination and prevention of anticompetitive business practices, such as coercive monopoly. The official web site covers tips & advice for consumers and business, information on federal consumer protection laws and federal antitrust laws, and FAQ pages for related information.